Brandon Pendergast
Cullowhee,NC
Summary
Sharp and focused professional offering nearly 20 years of expertise in teaching and education leadership. Dedicated to success of students, faculty and families with focus on addressing individuals while maintaining overall compliance with procedures and academic performance. Flexible and professional by using compassion and empathy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Jackson County Public Schools
Smoky Mountain High School, Sylva, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques based on individual needs of learners in the classroom.
- Assessed student comprehension of material through written tests, oral presentations, and group projects.
- Incorporated primary source materials into lessons whenever possible, including documents from archives or interviews with experts.
- Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction.
- Facilitated classroom debates and discussions to encourage critical thinking and student engagement with current events and historical perspectives.
- Led professional learning communities within the department to share best practices and strategies for enhancing student learning.
Principal
Jackson County Public Schools
Blue Ridge Early College, Cashiers, NC
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Worked cooperatively with the Blue Ridge School Educational Foundation to support instruction and provide for classroom needs.
- Provided teacher support for new teachers.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- During the Covid-19 pandemic and its aftermath, helped to lead Blue Ridge Early College from a North Carolina School Report 'D'-letter grade in 2018 to a 'C'-letter grade in 2021.
Assistant Principal Intern
Jackson County Public Schools
Fairview Elementary School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained a safe learning environment by monitoring hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds, restrooms. during lunch periods and after school hours.
- Monitored student discipline referrals and implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Assisted with the coordination of professional development sessions for staff members.
- Collaborated with other administrators to develop, review, and implement school policies and procedures.
- Conducted classroom observations to evaluate teacher performance and provide feedback accordingly.
Social Studies Teacher
Jackson County Public Schools
Jackson County Early College
09.2008 - 06.2019
- Successfully taught all high school Social Studies courses at Jackson County Early College.
- Served on the School Improvement Team and the Southwestern Community College/JCEC Steering Committee.
- Served as the Administrative Designee, 2017-2019.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and progress.
- Created lesson plans focusing on world and United States history, important historical figures and events that have impacted modern society.
- Head Coach, Men's Cross Country, Smoky Mountain High School.
Education
Masters in School Administration -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina05.2020
NCTeach Program, Secondary Social Studies Certification - Education
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North Carolina05.2009
Masters of Arts, American History -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, North CarolinaBachelor of Arts, History and German (Double Major) -
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, North CarolinaRuprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
Baden-Württemberg, Germany07.2000
Skills
- School culture
- Instructional Leadership
- Cultural Competency
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Staff and educator guidance
- Content expertise
- Interpersonal Skills
- Confidence building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
Awardsactivities
- 2016 Jackson County Early College Teacher of the Year
- 2016 Asheville Citizen-Times All-WNC Men’s Cross Country Coach of the Year
- Presenter: WRESA Leadership Conference- June, 2020 (Canceled due to Covid-19 Pandemic)
- Presenter: 2003 Western Carolina University Graduate Symposium: Stalinism in East Germany
Certification
- State of North Carolina Professional Educator's License
-School Administrator- Principal
-Social Studies 9-12
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Jackson County Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Principal
Jackson County Public Schools
07.2020 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal Intern
Jackson County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Social Studies Teacher
Jackson County Public Schools
09.2008 - 06.2019
Masters in School Administration -
Western Carolina University
NCTeach Program, Secondary Social Studies Certification - Education
Western Carolina University
Masters of Arts, American History -
Western Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts, History and German (Double Major) -
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
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